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7/30/2019 India Transport Portal Newsletter - October, 2012
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INDIAN TYRE MARKET WEAKENING
After enjoying successful stints for the last couple
of years, the tyre industry in India has taken a
sudden jolt in the current financial year.
More information on ITP
METRO TYRES AIMS TO INCREASE ITS HOLD IN THE INDIAN
TYRE MARKET
With the Indian market for two-wheelers witnessing
a major suppuration as evident from the double
digit sale figures of major two-wheelers companies
in 2011, the tyre market for this sector is also poised
for a major growth. Metro Tyres, which has approximately a
share of 25% in the bicycle tyre market, has decided to
increase its hold in the Indian tyre market.
More information on ITP
TAIWANS CHENG SHING RUBBER COMPANY INTERESTED IN
EXPLORING THE INDIAN MARKET
India along with China has been identified at a
global level as the most promising market for
automobiles as it is predicted to witness a
compounded annual growth of 10.7% by 2017. This
flourishing automobile market has prompted many foreign
companies to focus on India. The latest to join the rush is
Taiwans Cheng Sing rubber company.
More information on ITP
HIGH-QUALITY TIRES CAN REDUCE BRAKING DISTANCE BY
50 PERCENT RUPESH SHAH, ASSOCIATE GM AND HEAD MARKETING, INDIAN SUBCONTINENT, BUSINESS UNITS
PERFORMANCE BUTADIENE RUBBER AND BUTYL RUBBER
Rupesh Shah is Associate GM and Head
Marketing, Indian Subcontinent, Business Units
Performance Butadiene Rubber and Butyl Rubber
since August 2010. In this capacity, he is responsible
for achieving the overall growth vision of the BUs for Indian
subcontinent and for implementation of global strategy in
the region by devising suitable account specific strategy.
More information on ITP
It is crucial not to confuse short term feelingswith long term strategies. If the future is rooted
in present actions, it is certainly not a direct
evolution of these. Inertia and uncertainty have
to be taken into account in order to design a
long term strategy based upon consistent
evidences. In the case of an industrial player,
decisions, movements are not made in answer
to present issues but are designed to tackle
future challenges.
Rajiv Budhraja, director general, Automotive
Tyre Manufacturer Association, must be right
when he explains that the tyre industry will befacing a short term oversupply situation if an
economic recovery is delayed. But it is also true
that this statement must not be taken as a
fatalistic prediction for the transportation and
tyre industry. Still, skepticism is an
understandable feeling when considering
current numbers: sales of trucks and buses in
India dropped 24% in October, despite the
festive seasons and the numerous incentives
made by commercial vehicles manufacturers.
Fuel price, economic crisis, loans etc. are a
definite reality affecting current trends.
In view of this, how should tactical moves such
as the INR 4,000 crore Michelin Chennai facility
be considered? And Bridgestones,
Yokohomas and Continentals investments in
India? Are they misguided? Are they the only
ones betting on the development of Indian
transportation? Thats not sure. Just a few days
ago, Scania announced its move into the on-
road truck market in India. There are many
such examples. Even Suzuki is exiting the US to
focus on emerging markets like India.
Obviously, these players must have considered
some macro data before moving.
India is growing at a rate of 18 million people
per year. 50% of the population is below 25
and 33% is below 15. Freight movements are
forecast to reach 1,000 billion tons in 2020. It is
estimated that truck sales will grow by more
than 250,000 trucks per year reaching 10 million
commercial vehicles in 2020. As said earlier,
these figures are representative of future
challenges. But because the companies
moving into India are industrial players, the
time horizon is important for them. A day is
coming when an oversupply situation will be a
thing of the past. And it is time to get ready.
FOCUS: TYRE MARKET EDITORIAL
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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION
Road construction is definitely one of the primary
infrastructures that can help a country
significantly develop. It is indeed the case for
India as well. Until March 2012, the Highway
Ministry of India was building 12 km of road per
day resulting in around 1,863 km of highway construction
being successfully implemented.
More information on ITP
ROAD MAINTENANCE
An efficient, well developed and well maintained
means of transportation is a vital pre-requisite and
is integral to the socio-economic development of
a country. Thus, the adequate maintenance of
existing roads and highways and their timely repair
is essential to preserve public asset and must be given as
much importance as the construction of new roads.
More informations on ITP
ROADS THEIR MAINTENANCE DURING AND POST
MONSOON
Roads in India have over the years earned the
dubious distinction for their poor state and the
situation becomes even worst during the monsoon
season. Monsoons in India can hardly be imagined
without waterlogged roads, uprooted tress,
chaotic traffic and people stranded in flooded streets.
Flooding of badly maintained roads in India is one of the
primary reasons behind these troubles. Hence, it is of critical
importance that adequate attention should be directed
towards road maintenance during, as well as, post monsoon
seasons.
More informations on ITP
OPEN DRAINS AND MANHOLES ON THE ROADS LEADING TO
INCREASING NUMBER OF ACCIDENTS
Uncovered manholes and open drains are a
regular feature and a common sight on Indian
roads. While the increasing number of fatal
accidents caused by these open drains has
become a major concern for the pedestrians and
residents, the civic authorities appear unfazed. Despite
repeated incidents, the government has refused to learn any
lesson and failed to take precautionary measures.More informations on ITP
MAINTENANCE OF DIESEL CAR
Diesel cars have become
the new obsession in
India. The primary reasonbehind this lies in the ever
increasing price of petrol.
Diesel, despite all the vacillating
prices, and thanks to government
subsidy, remains much cheaper than
petrol. Naturally, apparently in terms
of sheer cost-effectiveness of running
the car, diesel cars have become the
hands down favourite than their
costlier cousin petrol cars.
More information in ITP
FUEL PRICE OFFERED BY PUBLIC AND
PRIVATE OIL COMPANIES IN INDIA
The government
monopoly over various
sectors of the economy
ended with the onset of
liberalisation in India in
the 1990s. The Petroleum Industry was
no exception. With the dismantling of
the Administered Pricing Mechanism
(APM) which the government used to
fix prices of petroleum products,
private players got an opportunity to
market transportation fuel including
High Speed Diesel (HSD). Henceforth,
with an objective to promote
competition, HSD was marketed by
both public sector oil companies like
Hindustan Petroleum CorporationLtd., Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.,
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd.
and private companies like Shell,
Reliance Petroleum Ltd., (RPL) and
Essar.
More information in ITP
INFRASTRUCTURE: ROADS FUEL ISSUES
http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/financial-implications-of-road-construction/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/road-maintenance/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/roads-their-maintenance-during-and-post-monsoon/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/open-drains-and-manholes-on-the-roads-leading-to-increasing-number-of-accidents/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/maintenance-of-diesel-cars/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/fuel-price-offered-by-public-and-private-oil-companies-in-india/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/fuel-price-offered-by-public-and-private-oil-companies-in-india/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/maintenance-of-diesel-cars/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/open-drains-and-manholes-on-the-roads-leading-to-increasing-number-of-accidents/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/roads-their-maintenance-during-and-post-monsoon/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/road-maintenance/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/financial-implications-of-road-construction/7/30/2019 India Transport Portal Newsletter - October, 2012
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LUDHIANA TO BE THE NEXT INDIAN CITY TO GET A SUBWAY
After Kolkata, Delhi and Bangalore, the next
Indian city to get a subway or metro will be
Ludhiana in the Indian state of Punjab. The Delhi
Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) was approached
by the Punjab Infrastructure Development Board
(PIDB) in 2007, to help prepare a Metro project report for
Ludhiana city.
More information on ITP
ECO-FRIENDLY SUBWAY STATIONS IN HYDERABAD
In the context of growing climatic concerns across
the world, the subway has become one of the
most popular modes of transport. This is also the
case in India, where subways or metro rails as theyare more popularly called in the country, have
enjoyed increased popularity.
More information on ITPHOW SAFE ARE SUBWAYS?
The subways built for convenience and safety of
the people are often converted into unsafe public
spaces. Many surveys carried out in different cities
reveal that a considerable percentage of women
encountered harassment and have been victims of eve-teasing in these dark, poorly lit and lonely tunnels. The
majority of women view underground subways as unsafe.
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HEAVY RAINS: SUBMERGED RAILWAY LINES LEAVE MUMBAI
IN TOTAL CHAOS
The monsoon is the most anticipated season in
India but it brings with it, a plethora of woes and
worries for its citizens. Cities like Mumbai get their
yearly quota of troubles once the monsoon seasonsets in.
More information on ITP
INDIAN RAILWAYS GROWING FREIGHT TRAFFIC
Freight has always been an important revenue
generator for Indian railways and has played a
significant role in neutralising losses incurred from
passenger fares.
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SUVS: INDIAN OR FOREIGN ONE?
The need for more car
space, the condition of
Indian roads, risingconsumerism and
increased purchasing
power have given a
tremendous boost to the sale of
Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) in India. A
perfect family car well suited for the
Indian terrain is what makes SUVs a
lucrative choice. The booming small
car market is fast giving way to the
car with an attitude. The growing
popularity of SUVs in India and
increasing demands have converted
the countrys SUV market segment
into a virtual battlefield.
More information on ITP
PREPAID AUTO SERVICES LOOTING
PASSENGERS
Cutting across cities,
three-wheeled autos are a
popular, cheap and
essential means of
transportation in India.
Kolkata, Delhi, Bangalore,
Hyderabad, Chennai and several
other cities have autos operating
extensively on their roads. While some
cities have adopted the prepaid
payment system for autos, many
have continued with the metersystem. The meter system has for a
long time given the drivers a free
hand to take advantage of
passengers. They have looted
commuters at will by installing faulty
meters or taking a longer route to
increase the meter reading.
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RAILWAYS / METRO VEHICLES ISSUES
http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/ludhiana-to-be-the-next-indian-city-to-get-a-subway/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/eco-friendly-subway-stations-in-hyderabad/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/eco-friendly-subway-stations-in-hyderabad/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/how-safe-are-subways/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/heavy-rains-submerged-railway-lines-leave-mumbai-in-total-chaos/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/indian-railways%E2%80%99-growing-freight-traffic/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/suvs-indian-or-foreign-one/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/prepaid-auto-services-%E2%80%93-looting-passengers/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/prepaid-auto-services-%E2%80%93-looting-passengers/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/suvs-indian-or-foreign-one/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/indian-railways%E2%80%99-growing-freight-traffic/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/heavy-rains-submerged-railway-lines-leave-mumbai-in-total-chaos/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/how-safe-are-subways/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/eco-friendly-subway-stations-in-hyderabad/http://indiatransportportal.com/2012/09/ludhiana-to-be-the-next-indian-city-to-get-a-subway/7/30/2019 India Transport Portal Newsletter - October, 2012
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ALL INDIA TRANSPORT STRIKEA COMMON FEATURE
Recently, in May 2012, newspapers were rife with
reports on the impending woes that people in
Karnataka will face due to the indefinite transportstrike called by the India Motor Transport Congress
(AIMTC). However, this is not a unique case in
India. In the same month another all India transport strike was
called for a day by the All India Road Transport Workers
Federation. Transport strikes can be called in isolation or at
times they are part of the large all-India bandh (strike)
programme.
More information on ITP
ELEVATED HIGHWAYS-HOW EFFECTIVE ARE THEY TO EASE OUT
TRAFFIC
A growing economy, increasing incomes and a
flourishing auto industry are pushing Indians to
travel around in their own vehicles. A steady
increase in the number of cars on the roads is
contributing to the growing traffic congestion in all
major cities of the country. Travelling on Indian roads is a
nightmarish experience for the traveller and the pedestrian
posing a challenge to the civic authorities. The quest for asolution revealed the growing popularity of elevated
highways across the world.
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THE CONTROVERSIAL BRT CORRIDOR
BRT or bus rapid transit refers to a popular public
transportation system which allows buses to move
faster and with greater ease, facilitating efficient
flow of traffic. Several countries in Europe, theUnited States, Australia and Indonesia have
successfully experimented with this. Following these
examples, India too has implemented a number of BRT
corridors in different cities. However, ever since its inception
in 2008, the BRT corridor in Delhi has been plagued with
controversies.
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